Senior Analyst

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of the Northwest Territories Department of Justice seeks a Senior Analyst to work independently, delivering senior-level strategic advice to shape program delivery within the Community Justice and Policing Division.

You will support communities to develop sustainable local justice programming in restorative justice, victim services, community policing and crime prevention, aligning with Indigenous policies and eligibility requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong strategic thinking and judgement with ability to research, analyze and synthesize priorities.
• Strong working knowledge of the function of the NWT Justice system.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring programs and related policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior level, strategic advice to help shape program delivery for the Community Justice and Policing Division.
• Support communities to develop and implement sustainable local justice programming in restorative justice, victim services, community policing and crime prevention.

Skills

Strategic thinking

NWT Justice system knowledge

Program development

Financial & policy analysis

Education

Post-secondary degree in criminology/public administration

Diploma in criminology/public administration (equivalencies)

Job description

Department Information

The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.

Job Information

The Senior Analyst will work independently to provide senior level, strategic advice to help shape program delivery for the Community Justice and Policing Division. The Community Justice and Policing Division provides support to communities to develop and implement sustainable local justice programming in the areas of restorative justice, victim services, community policing and crime prevention.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong strategic thinking skills and judgement, as well as demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and synthesize multiple concepts and priorities.
• Strong working knowledge of the function of the NWT Justice system.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring programs and related policies.
• Financial, policy analysis, evaluation, and project management skills.

Typically, the above qualification would be attained by:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A post-secondary degree in criminology, public administration, or another related social science and 5 years' experience in law enforcement or demonstrated experience in research and analyzing data, providing senior level advice, and developing and evaluating programs.

EQUIVALANCIES

• A post-secondary diploma in criminology, public administration, or another related social science and 7 years' experience in law enforcement or demonstrated experience in research and analyzing data, providing senior level advice, and developing and evaluating programs.
• All other equivalencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel [phone] Extension 14106
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check.Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID #28226

Closing Date: September 10, 2026 - 23:59, MountainTime

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $106,158 - $126,809) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.